Join our Houston-based team and help shape the future of energy markets. As a key partner, you’ll collaborate across trading, business management, operations, and technology to build a proactive risk and control culture. We value strategic thinkers who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about driving growth and innovation.
As a Commodities Business Control Vice President in the Markets Business Control Management team, you will spearhead the controls agenda for our commodities business. You’ll serve as the First Line of Defense, identifying control gaps, designing mitigation strategies, and partnering with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions. Your leadership will foster a culture of proactive risk management and effective change, supporting our expansion in Physical Gas, Power, Emissions, and other environmental markets. Finance & Business Management (F&BM) plays a critical role in supporting these initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
- Identify and manage operational and conduct risk related to trading financial OTC derivatives, listed futures, and physical commodities.
- Review new and amended business initiatives to ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
- Coordinate the setup of traders onto trading venues and energy platforms, and implement requirements defined by these platforms.
- Assess the end-to-end control environment and resolve control issues, developing “best practice” standards.
- Facilitate execution of Front Office supervisory controls, attestations, and exception management.
- Execute control programs such as Risk & Control Self Assessments, Risk Event Reporting, Executive Governance meetings, and Control Forums.
- Participate in projects sponsored by Business Control Managers, operating as project manager or consultant on key control initiatives.
- Prepare and present the monthly Control Dashboard and Business Control Committee updates for senior management.
- Lead and coordinate audits, control testing, and regulatory exams or inquiries in partnership with the business.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with front-office personnel, business managers, control managers, and other business-aligned functions.
- Foster dialogue and effective implementation of solutions across teams.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Deep understanding of operational risks and controls, with ability to design, implement, and monitor effective control frameworks.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; conduct risk assessments, root cause analysis, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Investigative mindset, able to see issues both at a high-level and in detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; convey complex information simply to diverse stakeholders.
- Polished interpersonal skills; effectively challenge and build consensus across the organization.
- Self-starter able to work independently and proactively find answers.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver timely results.
- Act with confidence and good judgement; address conflicts and escalate issues as appropriate.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Commodities (Physical Energy) knowledge beneficial.
- Relevant financial services experience in controls, audit, quality assurance, risk management, compliance, or governance.
- Proficient knowledge of control and risk management concepts; ability to design, create, and evaluate a Risk & Control Self-Assessment.
- Prior exposure to Front Office Trading beneficial.
- Broad knowledge of FERC and ISO rules beneficial.
**To be eligible for this role, you MUST BE AUTHORIZED to work in the United States. We DO NOT offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, JPMorgan Chase & Co. will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit, including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).**
About UsWe offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
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Skills Required
- Deep understanding of operational risks and controls, including designing, implementing, and monitoring control frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including risk assessments, root cause analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Investigative mindset with ability to assess issues at both a high level and in detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Polished interpersonal skills and ability to challenge stakeholders and build consensus.
- Ability to work independently and proactively find answers.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver timely results.
- Confidence and sound judgment, including addressing conflicts and escalating issues appropriately.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Commodities and physical energy knowledge.
- Financial services experience in controls, audit, quality assurance, risk management, compliance, or governance.
- Knowledge of control and risk management concepts, including Risk and Control Self-Assessments.
- Prior exposure to front-office trading.
- Knowledge of FERC and ISO rules.
- Authorization to work in the United States without employment-based immigration sponsorship or other immigration sponsorship assistance.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and mental-health coverage are broad, with wellness incentives, on-site or virtual care, and an EAP offering coaching and counseling. Plan materials emphasize accessible options, including multiple medical choices and tools to manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for all parents, supplemented by paid Critical Caregiver Leave. Family resources include backup childcare via Bright Horizons, lactation support and milk-shipping, family-building assistance, and even a free five-month SNOO rental for newborns.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with an annual company match and automatic pay credits for most employees, with a legacy pension available to earlier hires. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 5% discount further supports long-term savings.
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